le care other than the proper nourishment and attention of any one in usual health. Sarthia's physical organism had not become depleted by disease and suf

consciousness that precedes sleep, or that one sometimes expe

f a few days Sarthia was able to be assisted in short walks about the halls and corridors, but took little heed of things about her.

ever thrilled with the love of mother, sister, or kindred. It had been his misfortune to be deprived of his parents before his young mind and heart could be moved by the tender emoti

ange thoughts that were excited in his mind was revealed. Over

n interview with her in the waiting-room below. The Priestess descended to where Hermo was waiting and, with a questioning look in her face, clasped his hand in a firm but anxious manner, inqui

ive such forebodings from his presence when his whole being was

he divine relation that exists between Sarthia and myself? The hours have seemed days since this knowledge was revealed to me and I now beg t

edge. Yes, my dear Hermo, I was made aware of the relation between you and our new Sarthia and have been anxious for this moment to arrive when you would be sent to escort Sarthia in her daily walks about

stess was leading Sarthia and as they approached Hermo placed her hand in that of

My brother Hermo

ng scene was beheld. The vibrations of soul to soul, the love that had been kindled in Hermo's heart and soul went out with such intensity that it aroused

ring to her cheek and eyes the flush of health and life. Not much of the conversation was directed to Sarthia, but when reference to the stars was made, she instantly inqu

my sister, as soon as you are

that b

oon as you become an attend

time to return,-Sarthia to her room and Hermo to his studie

d the vibrations from soul to body were complete; not with consciousness, but that involuntary vibratory exchange that exists with the majority of the people that make up the earth's human family. As only the higher portion of the brain

fore the ceremony was to take place. As the incidents relative to the transfer were known to all the Temple attendants, it was looked forward to

he magnetic influence necessary for the sacred Rites now about to be performed. It had almost reached the Zenith when the solemn march of the Priestesses, Vestals and attendants that were to conduct Sarthia to the Holy Sanctuary of the Temple started. The Priestess walked beside Sarth

ia. When they reached the foot of the altar, where stood the Hierophant, Sarthia knelt upon a velvet cushion at his feet. The music ceased while the High Priest stood with

tal of Isis? Do you take the pledge of celibacy to the virgin Rites of the Temple; y

s heard throughout the Sanctuary a

cred Sanctuary to guide, guard and protect your budding soul to perfect at-one-ment

had already subscribed to, handed it to the High Priest. He took it, and h

thy soul to the Gods above, that ever keep watch o'e

hants grew louder, the music poured forth in grander tones as th

teacher's inspiring influence. She was soon placed under her brother Hermo's instruction in astronomical and astrological lore, and here also displayed a proficiency in learning that surprised Hermo and delighted the Astrologer Priests. At Temple Service she was all devotion and, as an Attendant, ever true and faithful. The brother